: This episode was highly anticipated as it marked the end of a long filler stretch, returning the story to the core manga events (specifically Chapter 516). 馃帠锔� The Allied Division Captains
Naruto Shippuden Episode 261, titled "For My Friend," is most famous for , which officially marks the start of the Fourth Great Ninja War. It is a pivotal turning point where the historically fractured shinobi nations finally unite as a single Allied Force. 馃尓锔� Key Highlight: Gaara鈥檚 Transformation Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 261
: Anko Mitarashi and her team are shown infiltrating the Mountains' Graveyard, leading to her capture by Kabuto. : This episode was highly anticipated as it